Project Coordinator

Part-time Position (October 15, 2019-March 27, 2020)

Organization’s Profile:

Sharing Our Cultures, Incorporated is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the values of multiculturalism and intercultural relations. We engage culturally diverse school children and youth in curriculum-based activities that foster respect, acceptance, and a sense of belonging in Canada.

Employment Positions:We are seeking five self-motivated individuals with exceptional interpersonal, communications, and organization skills to fill five part-time Project Coordinator positions for the Sharing Our CulturesTM projects at the following locations: Corner Brook, Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and St. John’s. Timeline for the project is October 15, 2019 to March 27, 2020. This is a part-time position of twenty (20) hours a week at a rate of $20 per hour. A current Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check from the RNC or RCMP is required for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidates are expected to facilitate curriculum-based activities with Grade 6 students, as well as employable-skills activities for high school students. In addition, candidates will organize a community event in March 2020 for high school students to share their cultures with Grade 6 students and the public, including potential employers. The successful candidates will report to the CEO, participate in the Sharing Our CulturesTM Advisory Committee meetings, submit monthly progress reports, and a final report due no later than March 27, 2020.

Qualifications and Experience:

Candidates must have a postsecondary education with major course work in education, public relations, and/or communications; a minimum of three years relevant experience in project coordination or any combination of education and equivalent experience; and experience with developing and executing goals, timelines, and delivery methods to achieve the project’s objectives. Ability to communicate in French is an asset.

Submission Deadline:

Résumé, cover letter, and three professional references should be received no later than September 20, 2019, 5:00 pm NST at info@sharingourcultures.com or P. O. Box 28107, 48 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL A1B 4J8, postdated by September 20, 2019. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sharing Our Cultures, Incorporated is strongly committed to employment equity. We ensure employees have a safe and inclusive work environment.

Financial support is provided by the Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour.

This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet est financé en partie par le gouvernement du Canada.